MLB In Brief: A Name To Watch For The Mets | Justin Turner's Bonuses

MLB in brief: A name to watch for the Mets | Justin Turner's bonuses – Passion MLB

Published on January 31, 2024 by Daniel Birru

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A name to watch for the Mets

Will they get their hands on Brandon Woodruff?

Max Kepler with the Mariners, a discussed scenario

The Twins ultimately opted to keep him in their ranks.

Postscript on Mariners-Twins trade:

I'm told Seattle inquired about Max Kepler's availability and the potential of a larger deal, but that aspect of the talks never gained traction. @MLBNetwork @SeattleSports

— Jon Morosi (@jonmorosi) January 31, 2024

Justin Turner's bonuses

Here's how much he could make this year with the Blue Jays.

Bonuses in Justin Turner's one-year, $13M deal with TOR:

$125K each for 500, 525, 550 and 575 plate appearances. $250K each for 600, 625 and 650. (Turner had 626 last season).

$150K for 120 days on active roster, $100K for 150 days.

Plus, others based on awards…

— Ken Rosenthal (@Ken_Rosenthal) January 31, 2024

The Orioles could shake up the American East

To do this, they must start by spending.

New uniform for the Phillies?

Will this be their City Connect uniform?

Fenway Sports Group partners with the PGA

Meanwhile, the Boston club is having trouble investing in its roster.

November 2, 2023: Red Sox vow to go “full throttle”
January 19, 2024: Red Sox tell fans they're lowering payroll
January 31, 2024: Fenway Sports Group part of a $3 billion investment group to part with the PGA Tour.

— Jared Carrabis (@Jared_Carrabis) January 31, 2024

Holiday hat trick!

These three Hall of Famers celebrate their birthdays on January 31.

MLB in brief

January 31, 2024